IWC History

An interesting fact you may or may not know: International Watch Company (IWC) is possibly the only major Swiss watch company whose founder was an American!

During the 1860's, three manufacturers dominated the American watch industry: Elgin, Howard and Waltham. Combined, these firms produced upwards of 100,000 pocket watches. Times were changing in the industry as pocket watches went from being a status symbol that only the wealthiest individuals could afford, to an everyday item available to the middle class. As a result, production methods had to be improved; for example, most parts for watches were still being made by hand. Costs were also high because the pool of available, qualified watchmakers was relatively small.

In Boston, Massachusetts, Florentine Ariosto Jones, who had worked in the American watch industry for a number of years, keenly observed the failure of Aaron Lufkin Dennison, a leader in the watch business, whose efforts to move production to Switzerland to benefit from lower wages and Swiss watchmaking know-how, failed miserably. Undaunted, Jones took over the failed enterprise and soon set up his own company in Switzerland. His plan was to assemble watches in Switzerland and import them into the United States, hence the name International Watch Company.

Fortuitously, Jones made the acquaintance of one Johann Heinrich Moser, a watchmaker whose hometown of Schaffhausen was conveniently located near the Rhine. Following Moser's advice, a dam was built in order to harness the mighty river and generate hydro-power to drive the machines used in manufacturing facilities throughout Schaffhausen.

A watch factory was built in Schaffhausen to take advantage of the cheap hydro-power and production commenced in 1868. Despite the company's unique business plan, the enterprise was doomed from the start. For one thing, Jones had trouble selling the watches in America, due to a high tariff on imported finished watches. An even worse problem: Jones was undercapitalized and encountered technical problems with the machines. By 1875, he was scrambling to find new investors, amid allegations by disgruntled stockholders that the company was on the verge of collapse. Inevitably, the company filed for bankruptcy and Jones was forced to relinquish control of his company.

A Swiss consortium acquired IWC's shares and put another American, Frederick Seeland, at its helm. Although the company's fortunes improved somewhat, the improvement was not deemed sufficient enough. As a result, the company was put up for sale again. This time, one of IWC's stockholders, Johannes Raschenbach-Vogel, bought the company at auction for 280,000 francs. Technical achievements and increased sales soon followed with the production of the first pocket watches with digital time indication, as well as development of the famous Calibre 52 movement, which at the time was quite revolutionary in its concept and construction.

Although the company experienced significant growth, following World War I, the company's fortunes again hit rock bottom under the proprietorship of Ernst Homberger-Rauschenbach. Fortunately, a major modernization effort paid off when the advent of World War II resulted in increased military demand. It was thus during World War II that IWC created the first oversize anti-magnetic pilot's watch, followed by the famous Mark X, featuring its new in-house movement, Calibre 83. In 1944, IWC had a close call when the Allies mistakenly bombed Schaffhausen. As luck would have it, the factory narrowly escaped destruction.

In the aftermath of the war, International Watch Company lived up to its name and became a company of international scope. Exports to the United States increased and the brand became best known for its specialty watches, such as the Mark XI and Ingenieur - the first automatic IWC with a soft-iron inner case that protected the movement against magnetic fields - as well as for its elegant dress watches. Needless to say, vintage IWC's from the 1940's and 50's are highly collectible today and in great demand, as they are somewhat under-priced compared to other high-end watch brands of that era.

Although IWC entered the quartz era with its first quartz watch in 1969, using the Beta 21 movement, the company was ultimately unable to remain under family ownership. In 1978, a majority interest in the company was sold to VDO Adolf Schindling AG.

Subsequent developments include the debut of the Porsche series of sports watches, which remain in production to this day, as well as the creation of the "DaVinci" - a perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch that is mechanically programmed for the next 500 years. This watch caused quite a stir when first introduced and set new standards with its "user friendly" perpetual calendar. In 1993, the company again stunned the watch world when it unveiled the remarkable Il Destriero, which at the time was the most complicated wristwatch in the world.

The year 2000 is no less exciting for the company, as it introduces a new advertising campaign, as well as the 5000 calibre, a new mechanical movement with a power reserve of seven days and an automatic movement. The automatic, an IWC exclusive, is a further development of the patented Pellaton system. The pocket watch-size movement is featured in the latest addition to the Portuguese line: an automatic with a power reserve display. It should also be noted that 1999 was the most successful year in IWC's history, with 39,000 watches sold, 115 million Swiss francs in revenue, and over 350 employees.

In closing, the company's philosophy is best summed up by IWC's current CEO, Michael Sarp, who recently stated: "We shall produce watches of the highest quality with unique technical and design characteristics and thus continue to experience the pleasures of innovation." If you should have an opportunity to examine an IWC, you will quickly realize that Mr. Sarp speaks the truth.

IWC Watches

The "International Watch Co." was founded in Schaffhausen in 1868 by an American engineer from Boston, Florentine Ariosto Jones. The factory on the River Rhine - far from the watchmaking centres of western Switzerland - owes its name and its existence to this American. The superb craftsmanship, the training of its specialists, the renunciation of mass-production: all of these correspond to the old-established principles of IWC, to make watches in small numbers, but of the highest quality.

Omega Tourbillon Central Skeleton

Specifications
Model: Tourbillon Central Skeleton
Movement: Caliber 2633
Power Reserve: 45 Hours
Water Resistance: 50m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 38.7mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Crocodile
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 5945.30.31

Movement Information
Central Tourbillon - Skeleton Decorated version of the Omega 2600

Omega Tourbillon Central

Specifications
Model: Tourbillon Central
Movement: Caliber 2600
Power Reserve: 45 Hours
Water Resistance: 50m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 38.7mm
Thickness:
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Gold/Crocodile
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 5113.30.00, 5933.30.32, 5923.30.32

Movement Information
World's First Central Tourbillon

Omega Tonneau Renverse

Specifications
Model: Tonneau Renverse
Movement: Caliber 2202
Power Reserve: 48 Hours
Water Resistance: 50m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 35x35mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Crocodile
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 5705.30.01

Movement Information
Small Seconds, Coaxial Escapement, Omega Free Sprung Balance

Omega Pilot's Watch

Description

The original model was from 1938, and this recreation is limited to 4938 peices.
Specifications
Model: Pilot's Watch
Movement: Caliber 2200
Power Reserve: 44 Hours
Water Resistance: 50m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 40.2mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Leather
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 5700.50.07

Movement Information
Small Seconds - Rhodium Plated, Decorated, Glucydur Balance, Etachron Fine Adjustment

Omega Petrograd Watch

Description

Solid Red Gold re-edition of a 1915 watch, limited to 1915 peices.

Specifications
Model: Petrograd Watch
Movement: Caliber 2200
Power Reserve: 44 Hours
Water Resistance: 30m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 43.5 x 32.5 mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Crocodile
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 5703.30.01


Movement Information

Small Seconds - Rhodium Plated, Decorated, Glucydur Balance, Etachron Fine Adjustment

Omega Officers' Watch

Description

Re-edition of a 1945 model, limited to 1945 peices.
Specifications
Model: Officers' Watch
Movement: Caliber 3200
Power Reserve: 55 Hours
Water Resistance: 50m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 38.4mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Crocodile
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Manual
Reference (Examples): 5702.50.02


Movement Information
Manual Winding Column-Wheel Chronograph, Free Sprung Balance

Omega Marine watch

Description

Based on the 1932 Marine watch, limited edition of 135 Peices in Two Tone Red and White gold.
Specifications
Model: Marine Watch
Movement: Caliber 2007
Power Reserve: 48 Hours
Water Resistance: 135m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Unique
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 50.5x33.05mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Crocodile
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Manual
Reference (Examples): 516.53.32.20.02.002

Movement Information
Manual Winding, Co-Axial Escapement

Omega Cosmic Watch

Description

Solid Rose Gold, introduced in 1951. This tribute watch is limited to 1951 peices.
Specifications
Model: Cosmic Watch
Movement: Caliber 2601
Power Reserve: 72 Hours
Water Resistance: 50m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41.5mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Crocodile
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 5701.80.03

Movement Information
Full Calendar, Moon Phase, Double Barrels

Omega Centenary Watch

Specifications
Model: Centenary Watch
Movement: Caliber 2202
Power Reserve: 48 Hours
Water Resistance: 30m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 36.2mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Crocodile
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 5704.60.02


Movement Information
Small Seconds, Coaxial Escapement, Omega Free Sprung Balance

Omega Museum Serier

The Omega Museum Collection collects pieces from the famous Omega Museum, and recreates them in a limited edition format to allow buyers to experience the classic peieces again. One peice is released every year and number is limited based on the year of the original model.

Omega De Ville Series

Omega's De Ville line of watches represents "watchmaking in its purest form". The Omega De Ville was the first watch in the world to use the revolutionary Co-Axial escapement by Omega. The Co-Axial escapment eliminates almost all friction and requires much less maintenance than a traditional escapement.

The Deville line by Omega is the pinnacle of the brands watchmaking acheivements and is home to the magnificent Omega Central Tourbillon watch.

Omega De Ville Co-Axial Rattrapante

Specifications
Model: De Ville Co-Axial Rattrapante
Movement: Caliber 3612
Power Reserve: 52 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41mm
Thickness: 15.3mm
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Leather/Crocodile
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 4847.30.31, 4847.50.31, 4848.40.31, 4642.72.31

Movement Information
Chronograph with column wheel mechanism and Co-Axial Escapement based on the Frederic Piguet 1286 edition speciale de luxe.

Omega De Ville Hour Vision

Specifications
Model: De Ville Hour Vision
Movement: Caliber 8500
Power Reserve: 60 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: N/A
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel/Gold
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 431.30.41.21.02.001

Movement Information
Co-Axial Escapement, Free sprung balance - 2 barrels mounted in series. In-House Manufacture Movement.

Omega De Ville Co-Axial Power Reserve

Specifications
Model: De Ville Co-Axial Power Reserve
Movement: Caliber 2627
Power Reserve: 44 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 38.7mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel/Gold
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 4532.31.00, 4652.20.32

Movement Information
Date, Power Reserve, Co-Axial Escapement

Omega De Ville Co-Axial GMT

Specifications
Model: De Ville Co-Axial GMT
Movement: Caliber 2628
Power Reserve: 44-48 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 38.7mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel/Gold
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 4533.31.00, 4162.20.00, 4633.31.31

Movement Information
Date, GMT Hand, Co-Axial Escapement - The Movement comes in 2 Variants: 2628A and 2628B

Omega De Ville Co-Axial Chronoscope GMT

Specifications
Model: De Ville Co-Axial Chronoscope GMT
Movement: Caliber 3603
Power Reserve: 55 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Leather/Crocodile
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 422.13.44.52.13.001, 422.53.44.52.13.001

Movement Information
Column-Wheel Chronograph, Co-Axial Escapement, GMT Hand

Omega De Ville Co-Axial Chronoscope

Specifications
Model: De Ville Co-Axial Chronoscope
Movement: Caliber 3313
Power Reserve: 55 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41mm
Thickness: 12.9mm
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Leather/Crocodile
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 4850.50.31, 4850.30.37

Movement Information
Column-Wheel Chronograph, Co-Axial Escapement

Omega De Ville Co-Axial Chronometer

Specifications
Model: De Ville Co-Axial Chronometer
Movement: Caliber 2500
Power Reserve: 44-48 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 37.5mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel/Gold
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 4531.31.00, 4531.51.00, 4154.20.00

Movement Information
Date - The movement comes in 3 Variants: 2500A, 2500B, and 2500C.

Omega De Ville Co-Axial Chronograph

Specifications
Model: De Ville Co-Axial Chronograph
Movement: Caliber 3313
Power Reserve: 55 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel/Gold
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 4842.20.32, 4841.50.31

Movement Information
Column-Wheel Chronograph, Co-Axial Escapement

Omega Constellation "Manhattan", 1982

These were the leader models of the OMEGA collection beginning in 1982. A technically and aesthetically advanced system of four claws (2 on each side of the dial) presses the sapphire crystal against the top of the case opening, thereby assuring its water-resistance.

Omega Constellation "Grand Luxe", 1954

A automatic gold chronometer with flanged-edge bracelet.

First Omega Constellation, 1952

First version of the famous automatic chonometer wristwatch whose 12-sided dial caused a sensation when it was introduced.

Oscillating-weight self-winding Calibre 28.10 RA SC with buffers, deluxe dial, polished riveted gold hour markers, polished gold Dauphine hands, steel case water-resistant to 30 m, reinforced crystal, 14 k yellow gold cap on the bezel and the horns.

Omega Constellation "Integrated Line", 1970

Self-winding chronometer with curved rectangular case and round or TV opening. This is one of the world's first models equipped with a truly integrated case and bracelet, invented in 1964 by Pierre Moinat, head of the OMEGA Creation Dept. from 1955 to 1981; protected by patent No. 405'170, received in 1965.

OMEGA Constellation "C ", 1964

This model was called Constellation "C" due to the shape of its standing-barrel case middle (which is in the shape of two Cs facing each other), or "the $1,000 watch", its price on the US market.

Omega Constellation

Since the 1950's the Omega Constellation has been gracing the wrists of Watch Connesieurs. The watch has been updated many times in it's history, while maintaining it's immediately identifiable classic lines. Ambassadors for the Constellation have included Cindy Crawford and Ernie Els.

Omega Constellation Quartz

Specifications
Model: Constellation Quartz
Movement: Caliber 1532
Power Reserve: Quartz
Water Resistance: 50m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 33.5mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel/Gold
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Quartz
Reference (Examples): 1212.10.00, 1512.30.00

Movement Information
Date

Omega Constellation Double Eagle Perpetual

Specifications
Model: Constellation Double Eagle Perpetual
Movement: Caliber 1680
Power Reserve: SuperQuartz
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 38mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel/Gold
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Quartz
Reference (Examples): 1513.51.00, 1513.30.00

Movement Information
Perpetual Calendar, Date

Omega Constellation Double Eagle Mission Hills

Specifications
Model: Constellation Double Eagle Mission Hills
Movement: Caliber 3313
Power Reserve: 55 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Rubber
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 121.92.41.50.01.001

Movement Information
Column-Wheel Chronograph, Co-Axial Escapement

Omega Constellation Double Eagle Chrono

Specifications
Model: Constellation Double Eagle Chrono
Movement: Caliber 3313
Power Reserve: 55 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 1514.51.00, 1514.20.00

Movement Information
Column-Wheel Chronograph, Co-Axial Escapement

Omega Constellation Double Eagle

Specifications
Model: Constellation Double Eagle
Movement: Caliber 2500
Power Reserve: 44-48 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 38mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 1503.30.00

Movement Information
Date - The movement comes in 3 Variants: 2500A, 2500B, and 2500C.

Omega Constellation Chronometer

Specifications
Model: Constellation Chronometer
Movement: Caliber 1120
Power Reserve: 44 Hours
Water Resistance: 50m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 35.5mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 1502.30.00

Movement Information
Date - Certified Chronometre with Nivarox 1 hairspring and Etachron adjustment.

Omega Speedmaster Skeleton Moon Phase

Specifications
Model: Speedmaster Skeleton Moon Phase
Movement: Caliber 3604
Power Reserve: 48 Hours
Water Resistance: 30m
Bezel: Tachymetre
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 42mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Crocodile
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Manual
Reference (Examples): 3688.30.32

Movement Information
Skeleton Chronograph, Manual Winding, Moon Phase

Omega Speedmaster Schumacher Legend

Specifications
Model: Speedmaster Schumacher Legend
Movement: Caliber 3301
Power Reserve: 55 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Tachymetre
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 42mm
Thickness: 14.5mm
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 3506.31.00, 3507.51.00, 3506.61.00

Movement Information
Column-Wheel Chronograph

Omega Speedmaster Reduced

Specifications
Model: Speedmaster Reduced
Movement: Caliber 3220
Power Reserve: 40 Hours
Water Resistance: 30m
Bezel: Tachymetre
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Hesalite
Diameter: 35.5mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 3510.50.00, 3539.50.00

Movement Information
Chronograph

Omega Speedmaster Professional Sapphire Sandwich

Specifications
Model: Speedmaster Professional Sapphire Sandwich
Movement: Caliber 1863
Power Reserve: 48 Hours
Water Resistance: 50m
Bezel: Tachymetre
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 42mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Manual
Reference (Examples): 3573.50.00, 3873.50.31

Movement Information
Manual Winding, Chronograph

Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonphase

Specifications
Model: Speedmaster Professional Moonphase
Movement: Caliber 1866
Power Reserve: 48 Hours
Water Resistance: 50m
Bezel: Tachymetre
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 42mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel/Leather
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Manual
Reference (Examples): 3576.50.00, 3876.50.31

Movement Information
Chronograph, Manual Wind, Moon Phase

Omega Speedmaster Professional Display Back

Specifications
Model: Speedmaster Professional Display Back
Movement: Caliber 1863
Power Reserve: 48 Hours
Water Resistance: 30m
Bezel: Tachymetre
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Hesalite
Diameter: 42mm
Thickness: 14mm
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Manual
Reference (Examples): 3572.50.00

Movement Information
Manual Winding, Chronograph

Omega Speedmaster Professional

Specifications
Model: Speedmaster Professional
Movement: Caliber 1861
Power Reserve: 48 Hours
Water Resistance: 50m
Bezel: Tachymetre
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Hesalite
Diameter: 42mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 3570.50.00

Movement Information
Manual-Winding Chronograph

Omega Speedmaster Day-Date

Specifications
Model: Speedmaster Day-Date
Movement: Caliber 3606
Power Reserve: 44 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Tachymetre
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 40mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 3220.50.00, 3221.30.00, 3222.80.00

Movement Information
Chronograph, Day, Date and Month

Omega Speedmaster Date

Specifications
Model: Speedmaster Date
Movement: Caliber 1164
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Tachymetre
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 40mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel/Gold/Rose Gold
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 3210.50.00, 3211.31.00, 323.50.40.40.01.001

Movement Information
Chronograph

Omega Speedmaster Broad Arrow Rattrapante

Specifications
Model: Speedmaster Broad Arrow Rattrapante
Movement: Caliber 3612
Power Reserve: 52 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Tachymetre
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 44.25mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 3582.31.00

Movement Information
Chronograph with column wheel mechanism and Co-Axial Escapement based on the Frederic Piguet 1286 edition speciale de luxe.

Omega Speedmaster Broad Arrow GMT

Specifications
Model: Speedmaster Broad Arrow GMT
Movement: Caliber 3603
Power Reserve: 55 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Tachymetre
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 44.25mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 3561.30.00, 3581.50.00, 3881.50.37


Movement Information
Column-Wheel Chronograph, Co-Axial Escapement, GMT Hand

Omega Speedmaster Broad Arrow 1957

Specifications
Model: Speedmaster Broad Arrow 1957
Movement: Caliber 3313
Power Reserve: 55 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Tachymetre
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 42mm
Thickness: 14.5mm
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel, Gold
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 321.10.42.50.01.001, 321.10.42.50.02.001

Movement Information
Column-Wheel Chronograph, Co-Axial Escapement

Omega Speedmaster Broad Arrow

Specifications
Model: Speedmaster Broad Arrow
Movement: Caliber 3303
Power Reserve: 55 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Tachymetre
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 42mm
Thickness: 14.5mm
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 3581.50.00, 3551.20.00, 3551.50.00

Movement Information
Column-Wheel Chronograph

Omega Speedmaster 50th Anniversary

Specifications
Model: Speedmaster 50th Anniversary
Movement: Caliber 1861
Power Reserve: 48 Hours
Water Resistance: 50m
Bezel: Tachymetre
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 42mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 311.30.42.30.01.001

Movement Information
Manual-Winding Chronograph

Omega Seamaster Titanium

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Titanium
Movement: 01200
Power Reserve: N/A
Water Resistance: 300m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41mm
Thickness: 11.8mm
Weight: 111g
Bracelet: Steel, Rubber, Leather
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 2232.80.00, 2231.50.00

Omega Seamaster Racing Chronometer

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Racing Chronometer
Movement: Caliber 3602
Power Reserve: 44 Hours
Water Resistance: 300m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 44mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel/Titanium
Lug Width: 22mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 2269.52.00, 2969.52.91, 2569.52.00

Movement Information
Chronograph with Regetta Timer

Omega Seamaster Quartz

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Quartz
Movement: Caliber 1538
Power Reserve: Quartz
Water Resistance: 300m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41mm
Thickness: 11.5mm
Weight: 150g
Bracelet: Steel, Rubber, Leather
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Quartz
Reference (Examples): 2264.50.00, 2265.80.00

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Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Chrono

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Planet Ocean Chrono
Movement: Caliber 3313
Power Reserve: 55 Hours
Water Resistance: 600m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 45.5mm
Thickness: 18mm
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel/Red Gold
Lug Width: 22mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 2210.51.00, 222.62.46.50.01.001


Movement Information
Column-Wheel Chronograph, Co-Axial Escapement

Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Big Size

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Planet Ocean Big Size
Movement: Caliber 2500
Power Reserve: 44-48 Hours
Water Resistance: 600m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 45.5mm
Thickness: 15mm
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel/Red Gold
Lug Width: 22mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 2200.51.00, 222.62.46.20.01.001

Movement Information
Date - The movement comes in 3 Variants: 2500A, 2500B, and 2500C.

Omega Seamaster NZL-32 Chrono

Specifications
Model: Seamaster NZL-32 Chrono
Movement: Caliber 3602
Power Reserve: 44 Hours
Water Resistance: 150m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 42.4mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 2513.30.00, 2813.30.81

Movement Information
Chronograph with Regetta Timer

Omega Seamaster Midsize Quartz

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Midsize Quartz
Movement: Caliber 1538
Power Reserve: Quartz
Water Resistance: 300m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 36.25mm
Thickness: 11mm
Weight: 130g
Bracelet: Steel, Rubber, Leather
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Quartz
Reference (Examples): 2263.80.00, 2262.50.00

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Omega Seamaster Midsize

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Midsize
Movement: Caliber 1120
Power Reserve: 44 Hours
Water Resistance: 300m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 36.25mm
Thickness: 11mm
Weight: 130g
Bracelet: Steel, Rubber, Leather
Lug Width: 18mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 2252.50.00

Movement Information
Date - Certified Chronometre with Nivarox 1 hairspring and Etachron adjustment.

Omega Seamaster Ladies Quartz

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Ladies Quartz
Movement: 01424
Power Reserve: N/A
Water Resistance: 300m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 28mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Quartz
Reference (Examples): 2285.80.00

Omega Seamaster Chrono Diver Bond

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Chrono Diver Bond
Movement: Caliber 1164
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 300m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41.5mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Clockwise
Reference (Examples): 2225.80.00, 2925.80.91

Movement Information
Chronograph

Omega Seamaster Chrono Diver

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Chrono Diver
Movement: Caliber 3301
Power Reserve: 55 Hours
Water Resistance: 300m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41.5mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 2594.52.00, 2894.52.91


Movement Information
Column-Wheel Chronograph

Omega Seamaster Bond Quartz

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Bond Quartz
Movement: Caliber 1538
Power Reserve: Quartz
Water Resistance: 300m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41mm
Thickness: 11.5mm
Weight: 150g
Bracelet: Steel, Rubber, Leather
Lug Width: 18mm
Watchwinder Direction: Quartz
Reference (Examples): 2221.80.00

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Omega Seamaster Bond Midsize Quartz

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Bond Midsize Quartz
Movement: Caliber 1538
Power Reserve: Quartz
Water Resistance: 300m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 36.25mm
Thickness: 11mm
Weight: 130g
Bracelet: Steel, Rubber, Leather
Lug Width: 18mm
Watchwinder Direction: Quartz
Reference (Examples): 2223.80.00


Movement Information
Date

Omega Seamaster Bond Midsize Co-Axial

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Bond Midsize Co-Axial
Movement: Caliber 2500
Power Reserve: 44-48 Hours
Water Resistance: 300m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 36.25mm
Thickness: 11mm
Weight: 130g
Bracelet: Steel, Rubber, Leather
Lug Width: 18mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 2222.80.00

Movement Information
Date - The movement comes in 3 Variants: 2500A, 2500B, and 2500C.

Omega Seamaster Bond Midsize

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Bond Midsize
Movement: Caliber 1120
Power Reserve: 44 Hours
Water Resistance: 300m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 36.25mm
Thickness: 11mm
Weight: 130g
Bracelet: Steel, Rubber, Leather
Lug Width: 18mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 2551.80.00


Movement Information
Date - Certified Chronometre with Nivarox 1 hairspring and Etachron adjustment.

Omega Seamaster Bond Limited Edition

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Bond Limited Edition
Movement: Caliber 2500
Power Reserve: 44-48 Hours
Water Resistance: 300m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel, Rubber, Leather
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 2226.80.00


Movement Information
Date - The movement comes in 3 Variants: 2500A, 2500B, and 2500C.

Omega Seamaster Bond Co-Axial

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Bond Co-Axial
Movement: Caliber 2500
Power Reserve: 44-48 Hours
Water Resistance: 300m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41mm
Thickness: 11.5mm
Weight: 150g
Bracelet: Steel, Rubber, Leather
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 2220.80.00, 2920.80.91

Movement Information
Date - The movement comes in 3 Variants: 2500A, 2500B, and 2500C.

Omega Seamaster Bond

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Bond
Movement: Caliber 1120
Power Reserve: 44 Hours
Water Resistance: 300m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41mm
Thickness: 11.5mm
Weight: 150g
Bracelet: Steel, Rubber, Leather
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 2531.80.00


Movement Information
Date - Certified Chronometre with Nivarox 1 hairspring and Etachron adjustment.

Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Quartz

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Aqua Terra Quartz
Movement: Caliber 1538
Power Reserve: Quartz
Water Resistance: 150m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 39.2mm
Thickness: 11.2mm
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Quartz
Reference (Examples): 2517.80.00, 2517.30.00, 2517.50.00


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Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Chronometer Midsize

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Aqua Terra Chronometer Midsize
Movement: Caliber 2500
Power Reserve: 44-48 Hours
Water Resistance: 150m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 36.2mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel/Gold/Red Gold
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 2504.80.00, 2304.30.00, 2309.75.00


Movement Information
Date - The movement comes in 3 Variants: 2500A, 2500B, and 2500C.

Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Chronometer Bigsize

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Aqua Terra Chronometer Bigsize
Movement: Caliber 2500
Power Reserve: 44-48 Hours
Water Resistance: 150m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 42.2mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel/Gold
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 2502.30.00, 2502.50.00, 2602.30.37


Movement Information
Date - The movement comes in 3 Variants: 2500A, 2500B, and 2500C.

Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Chronometer

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Aqua Terra Chronometer
Movement: Caliber 2500
Power Reserve: 44-48 Hours
Water Resistance: 150m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 39.2mm
Thickness: 11mm
Weight: 120g
Bracelet: Steel/Gold/Red Gold
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 2503.50.00, 2503.33.00, 2503.30.00


Movement Information
Date - The movement comes in 3 Variants: 2500A, 2500B, and 2500C.

Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Big Size Chrono

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Aqua Terra Big Size Chrono
Movement: Caliber 3301
Power Reserve: 55 Hours
Water Resistance: 150m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 42.2mm
Thickness: 14.5mm
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 2512.50.00, 2512.30.00, 2812.50.37


Movement Information
Column-Wheel Chronograph

Specifications
Model: Seamaster Apnea
Movement: Caliber 3601
Power Reserve: 40 Hours
Water Resistance: 300m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41.5mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 2895.50.91, 2895.30.91

Movement Information
Chronograph for Free Diving with 14 Minute Timer

Omega Seamaster 200m Twin-Oscillator

Specifications
Model: Seamaster 200m Twin-Oscillator
Movement: Caliber 1441
Power Reserve: Quartz
Water Resistance: 200m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 36mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel/Gold
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Quartz
Reference (Examples): 396.1042


Movement Information

Date, Thermocompensated Movement

Omega Seamaster 200m Quartz

Specifications
Model: Seamaster 200m Quartz
Movement: Caliber 1438
Power Reserve: Quartz
Water Resistance: 200m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 36mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Quartz
Reference (Examples): 396.1051


Movement Information
Date

Omega Seamaster

Specifications
Model: Seamaster
Movement: Caliber 1120
Power Reserve: 44 Hours
Water Resistance: 300m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41mm
Thickness: 11.5mm
Weight: 150g
Bracelet: Steel, Rubber, Leather
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference (Examples): 2255.80.00, 2254.50.00


Movement Information
Date - Certified Chronometre with Nivarox 1 hairspring and Etachron adjustment.

Omega Railmaster XXL Chronometer

Specifications
Model: Railmaster XXL Chronometer
Movement: Caliber 2201
Power Reserve: 60 Hours
Water Resistance: 150m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 49.2mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Crocodile
Lug Width: 24mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference : 2806.52.37, 2806.72.31


Movement Information
Manual Wind, Small Sub Seconds, 21,600vph

Omega Railmaster XL Chronometer

Specifications
Model: Railmaster XL Chronometer
Movement: Caliber 2403
Power Reserve: 44-48 Hours
Water Resistance: 150m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 42.2mm
Thickness: 11.6mm
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Crocodile
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference : 2802.52.37

Movement Information
No Date, Highly Finished - The movement comes in 2 Variants: 2403A and 2403B.

Omega Railmaster XL Chronograph

Specifications
Model: Railmaster XL Chronograph
Movement: Caliber 3205
Power Reserve: 55 Hours
Water Resistance: 150m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 42.2mm
Thickness: 15.5mm
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Crocodile
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference : 2812.52.37


Movement Information
Column-Wheel Chronograph

Omega Railmaster Chronometer

Specifications
Model: Railmaster Chronometer
Movement: Caliber 2403
Power Reserve: 44-48 Hours
Water Resistance: 150m
Bezel: Fixed
Crown: Screwndown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 39.2mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Steel/Crocodile
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference : 2803.52.37, 2502.52.00


Movement Information

No Date, Highly Finished - The movement comes in 2 Variants: 2403A and 2403B.

Omega Seamaster

The Omega Seamaster first appeared in 1948, and has since undergone many changes to become what you recognize as the Seamaster today.

James Bond's watch of choice is the Omega Seamaster, and several 007 special editions exist. Since there are so many different versions of Seamasters dating back to 1948, the list below focuses mainly on models of the last 10 years or so, with vintage models possibly added slowly in the future.

Models - Seamaster Series :
· Railmaster Chronometer
· Railmaster XL Chronograph
· Railmaster XL Chronometer
· Railmaster XXL Chronometer
· Seamaster
· Seamaster 200m Quartz
· Seamaster 200m Twin-Oscillator
· Seamaster Apnea
· Seamaster Aqua Terra Big Size Chrono
· Seamaster Aqua Terra Chronometer
· Seamaster Aqua Terra Chronometer Bigsize
· Seamaster Aqua Terra Chronometer Midsize
· Seamaster Aqua Terra Quartz
· Seamaster Bond
· Seamaster Bond Co-Axial
· Seamaster Bond Limited Edition
· Seamaster Bond Midsize
· Seamaster Bond Midsize Co-Axial
· Seamaster Bond Midsize Quartz
· Seamaster Bond Quartz
· Seamaster Chrono Diver
· Seamaster Chrono Diver Bond
· Seamaster Ladies Quartz
· Seamaster Midsize
· Seamaster Midsize Quartz
· Seamaster NZL-32 Chrono
· Seamaster Planet Ocean
· Seamaster Planet Ocean Big Size
· Seamaster Planet Ocean Chrono
· Seamaster Quartz
· Seamaster Racing Chronometer
· Seamaster Titanium

Omega

The forerunner of Omega was founded at La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland in 1848 by 23-year-old Louis Brandt, who assembled key-wound precision pocket watches from parts supplied by local craftsmen. He sold his watches from Italy to Scandinavia by way of England, his chief market. After Louis Brandt's death in 1879, his two sons Louis-Paul and César, troubled by irregular deliveries of questionable quality, abandoned the unsatisfactory assembly workshop system in favour of in-house manufacturing and total production control. Due to the greater supply of manpower, communications and energy in Biel, the enterprise moved into a small factory in January 1880, then bought the entire building in December. Two years later the company moved into a converted spinning-factory in the Gurzelen district of Biel, where headquarters are still situated today. Their first series-produced calibres, Labrador and Gurzelen, as well as the famous Omega calibre of 1894, would ensure the brand's marketing success.

Louis-Paul and César Brandt both died in 1903, leaving one of Switzerland's largest watch companies — with 240,000 watches produced annually and employing 800 people — in the hands of four young people, the oldest of whom, Paul-Emile Brandt, was not yet 24. Brandt was the great architect and builder of Omega.[1] His influence would be felt over the next half-century. The economic difficulties brought on by the First World War would lead him to work actively from 1925 toward the union of Omega and Tissot, then to their merger in 1930 within the group SSIH, Geneva. Under his leadership, and from 1955 that of Joseph Reiser, the SSIH Group continued to grow and multiply, absorbing or creating some fifty companies. By the seventies, SSIH had become Switzerland's number one producer of finished watches and number three in the world.

Weakened by the severe monetary crisis and recession of 1975 to 1980, SSIH was bailed out by the banks in 1981. During this period, Seiko expressed interest in acquiring Omega, but nothing came out of the talks. Switzerland's other watchmaking giant Allgemeine Schweizerische Uhrenindustrie AG (ASUAG), principal manufacturer of ébauches (unfinished movements produced for a range of other Swiss watch assemblers) and owner of the Longines and Rado watch brands, was similarly saved a year later. After drastic financial cleansing and a restructuring of the two groups' R&D and production operations at the ETA complex in Granges, the two giants merged in 1983 to form the Holding ASUAG-SSIH. In 1985 the holding company was taken over by a group of private investors under the strategy and leadership of Nicolas Hayek. Immediately renamed SMH, Société suisse de Microélectronique et d'Horlogerie, the new group achieved rapid growth and success to become today's top watch producer in the world.[2] Named Swatch Group in 1998, it now includes Blancpain and Breguet. Omega remains one of its most prestigious brands.

The Omega watch line has been divided into five main series. These are Seamaster, Speedmaster, Constellation, Deville and Museum. These represent the main categories of Omegas in the current lineup.

Nonmagnetic horology: a constant concern for Vacheron Constantin

Designed to the finest and latest standards of functional performance, every version of the new Overseas design incorporates efficient protection against magnetic hazards. Whether its movement is mechanical or quartz electronic, an Overseas will thus retain its exceptional precision unaffected by the numerous magnetic fields found everywhere today.

Every version of the new Overseas is totally encapsulated with a three-part, soft-iron antimagnetic screen. The magnetic protection standard adopted by Vacheron Constantin ranks among watchmaking’s most stringent, providing a dependable shield against potential magnetic perturbations and ensuring in this way that it maintains a reliably regular operating rate.

The exceptional protection against magnetic fields built into the new Overseas generation has its roots in the Vacheron Constantin company’s longstanding interest in protecting timepieces against such hazards, as befits the world’s oldest full-fledged watch manufacturer in uninterrupted operation since its foundation in 1755.

In 1846, the Geneva-based company was the first to devise a watch impervious to magnetic influence by fitting it with a balance spring, balance wheel and lever crafted in a special bronze alloy. Its watchmakers tested palladium balance springs in 1862, the year that saw Vacheron Constantin join the Association for Research into Nonmagnetic Materials.

In 1885, Vacheron Constantin built the first watch bearing its name that incorporated a complete lever assortment designed to withstand magnetic fields: its balance wheel, balance spring and lever shaft were made of palladium while the lever arms were fashioned in bronze and the escape wheel in gold.

Vacheron Constantin’s interest in the design of watches capable of resisting magnetic fields continued throughout the 20th century. Building on its reputation, its watchmakers designed and, from 1954 to 1959, built a chronometer so resistant to magnetic fields that it was the wrist instrument of choice for many knowledgeable engineers in electrotechnics. Fitted inside a round case with screwed-in back and watertight pushpieces, its 13-line movement beating at 18,800 v.p.h. was protected by a soft-iron hood shielding it from magnetic fields.

Vacheron Constantin Kalla Rome

First came a Kalla Rome with diamond-set bezel and dial, followed by the ultimate Kalla Rome. Moving beyond the precious to the realm of the priceless, Vacheron Constantin has entirely adorned its white gold case and bracelet with hundreds or even with over one thousand sparkling diamonds. Needless to say, the ultimate Kalla Rome has an exclusive appointment with men and women whose demands border on the absolute in terms of excellence and uniqueness. And since no two models can ever be absolutely alike any more than two diamonds can, uniqueness is something the Kalla Rome definitely offers. Owing its existence to a successful meeting of luxury watchmaking and inspired jewellery design, the ultimate Kalla Rome was born to provide pleasure at its purest and emotion at its happiest along with endless visual delights. Water-resistant to 30 meters (~ 100 feet), Kalla Rome's perfectly proportioned case in white gold houses a hand-wound Vacheron Constantin calibre 1055 movement. Entirely pavéed in diamonds, the dial is protected by a scratch-resistant and glare proofed sapphire crystal. Its new white gold bracelet is set with 614 diamonds, totalling 8.15 carats for the woman's version while the man's features 956 gemstones for 12.84 carats. In total, the feminine Kalla Rome design is set with 728 diamonds weighing 9.93 carats while its masculine counterpart features exactly 1,118 diamonds, totalling 16.49 carats. Dazzling under all circumstances, a Kalla Rome exemplifies the wide-ranging expertise and unerring taste which for centuries now Vacheron Constantin has provided connoisseurs of the ultimate in time.

Vacheron Constantin Royal Eagle Chronograph

Vacheron Constantin Royal Eagle Chronograph

Alongside a fine steel model now comes the Royal Eagle chronograph in 18K pink gold, underscoring the personality and prestige of an exceptional timepiece. Testifying to centuries of horological expertise, its Vacheron Constantin calibre 1137 selfwinding mechanical movement features various auxiliary mechanisms, or "complications", displayed on a dial face with a striking contemporary layout. The chronograph mechanism includes a centre seconds hand advancing in one-tenth-of-a-second increments along with 30-minute and 12-hour totalizers at 3 and at 9 o'clock respectively. The date is read in a pair of oversized calendar windows at 12 o'clock while the running seconds are shown in a subdial at 6 o'clock. The movement itself features decorative "Côtes de Genève" ribbing in the finest tradition of Genevan watchmaking. A novel aspect of the Royal Eagle chronograph dial is the 30-minute and 12-hour totalizers' tonneau shape, recalling that of the case and endowing the dial face with a trim, "technical" look that befits a first-class timing instrument. Hour markers and Arabic numerals in applied 18K gold - pink for the gold model and white for the steel-cased design - bring the charm of original 1920s-vintage Vacheron Constantin calligraphy to an already arresting dial face. Swordblade-shaped hour and minute hands, overlaid with Superluminova® luminous compound on the steel version, add a further touch of originality to this impressive Royal Eagle design. The steel version comes with a choice of silver-hued or slate-coloured dial face. The discreet gleam of a silver-hued 18K gold dial contributes a unique touch to the pink gold version of the chronograph. The dial face itself bears an exclusive engine-turned pyramid-patterned texture that contrasts to superb effect with the subdials' smooth sheen. Water-resistant to 50 m (~ 165 feet), the case is fitted with a back plate secured by screws and a cambered, glare proofed sapphire crystal. Typical bracelet horns, a crown bearing the corporate "Maltese cross" symbol and trapeze-shaped pushpieces complete the Royal Eagle chronograph's unmistakable personality. The design furthermore comes with a choice of steel bracelet with arched, smoothly articulated links or with a padded and hand-stitched strap in alligator mississipiensis leather with deployment clasp in matching steel or pink gold.

Vacheron Constantin Royal Eagle

Vacheron Constantin Royal Eagle
From its launch in 2001, the Royal Eagle Collection attracted a special kind of consumer - men and women with a keen eye for its careful blend of proven features and Vacheron Constantin's very contemporary technical expertise and design excellence.

Its cool urbanity has made Royal Eagle the perfect companion piece of a new generation's determination and ambitions. Catering to a consumer base as demanding as this one, Vacheron Constantin's design teams never stop enhancing and refining their products with perfectionist zeal. So, in tune with the character and lifestyle of today's up and coming generations, Royal Eagle timepieces have acquired an attractive new face. Its finely balanced design ensures both immediate legibility and the instant identification of an uncompromising character. Furthermore, the collection now includes a new 18K pink gold version of the Royal Eagle chronograph. long with superior technical performance, this expansion underscore the enduring popularity of the "tonneau" shaped watch case in Vacheron Constantin's present-day interpretation. Generously proportioned, smoothly streamlined and comfortably wrist-hugging, its potential has been explored and enhanced by generations of company stylists since the early years of the last century. As a chronograph featuring a twin-aperture date calendar or an analogue day and date calendar model - Royal Eagle designs come equipped with a selfwinding mechanical movement reflecting the longstanding expertise of Vacheron Constantin's master watchmakers. The Royal Eagle symbol and corporate logo on the case back further attest to these watches' provenance: the workshops of Geneva's oldest full-fledged watch manufacturer, maker of outstanding wristwatches fully in tune with the 21st century.

Vacheron Constantin Malte Dual Time Regulator

With 250 years of solid Genevan tradition to build on, Vacheron Constantin's unrivalled technical and aesthetic heritage provides endless inspiration for its model lines.

A case in point is its Malte Collection. Assertive design and sophisticated technology come together here to give its models their truly unique character. They could even be said to embody the sum total of the company's achievements, rearranged into convincing interpretations of contemporary lifestyles. Typical of the Malte Collection's strong personality is the Malte dual time regulator. It is now available with a case in 18 carat pink gold. All the signature features of the Malte Collection are of course present: fan-shaped bracelet attachments, crown bearing a stylized rendering the "Maltese cross" corporate symbol, facetted swordblade-shaped watch hands, generous proportions... Originally developed for watch-rating purposes, the regulator owes a great deal to the inventive genius of Ferdinand Berthoud (1727 - 1807), watchmaker to the king of France and to the French Navy. This exceptional timekeeper's design inspired that of the marine chronometers of the period, conceived for navigation on the high seas, also featuring separate axes for the hour, minute and seconds hands. This construction reduced both the amount of mechanical energy required to drive the gears and friction, thereby much improving the movement's precision. Incorporating this unusual design, the Vacheron Constantin caliber 1206 RDT selfwinding movement fitted in the Malte dual time regulator is sufficiently precise to have earned the title of officially certified chronometer issued by the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Authority (COSC). The Regulator's dial features at 9 o'clock a subdial with 24-hour graduations serving as a second-timezone indicator along with a pointer-type circular calendar arrayed around the rim of the seconds subdial at 6 o'clock. The movement's power reserve exceeds 60 hours. As with any calibre designed and built by Vacheron Constantin, the Malte regulator's displays "côtes de Genève" decorative ribbing and its bridges and bars are bevelled and polished by hand. The dial's frosted silvery surface features both Arabic and Roman numerals along with pink gold hour markers. The second-timezone indicator pushpiece is located at 11 o'clock on the round-shaped case while the calendar corrector is sunk into the case rim between 4 and 5 o'clock. The "officer" type case back is hinged and its internal surface can be engraved with a name or discreet message. The back opens on a clear sapphire plate through which the movement's oscillating weight in 18K gold can be observed in action. The Malte regulator comes with a padded and hand-stitched strap in alligator mississipiensis fitted with a standard clasp in gold, adding to the undeniable character of a wristwatch with unusually arresting dial face and particularly accomplished movement.

Vacheron Constantin Malte Chronograph

Born of technical excellence wedded to expert design, the chronograph joining Vacheron Constantin's Malte collection carries on the company's finest chronographic traditions of topflight quality and understated styling.

It features a hand-wound mechanical chronograph movement with traditional column-wheel construction and elaborately decorated parts along with an arresting engine-turned dial. Designed to time, record and display given spans of time, the chronograph stands in many ways as the quintessential depositor of the spirit of horology. Instrument watch par excellence, it was gradually developed during the 19th century at the urging of scientific and engineering circles, industrialists and even sportsmen lamenting the lack of an accurate and practical way of determining the duration of all sorts of phenomena, processes and performances. Watchmakers finally came up with satisfactory solutions, inventing a variety of new components and ingenious devices in the process. From the moment it appeared, the chronograph has being continually perfected and upgraded, becoming ever easier to use and ever more capable.

Vacheron Constantin lost no time coming up with its own chronograph designs and, by the early years of the 20th century, its designs were reputed for their reliability and good looks. As watches migrated from pocket to wrist, Vacheron Constantin forged ahead, coming out with its first two-pushpiece chronographs during the nineteen thirties. This construction markedly improved performance, enabling two successive times to be captured without having to reset the chronograph to zero, unavoidable with single-pushpiece models in the pocket-watch style, i.e. with the pushpiece fitted in the winding crown axis. Chronographs soon graduated from simply measuring the time a given event took to precisely determining the duration of particular phenomena, read by the chronograph seconds hand off a variety of specifically calibrated scales on the dial - tachymetric, telemetric, pulsometric and even productometric. Over the years, Vacheron Constantin has naturally designed and launched a variety of chronograph designs, some featuring one or more scales of this kind. The hand-wound Malte Collection chronograph, features a telemetric scale along with the more usual tachymetric graduations.

In a clear salute to tradition, Vacheron Constantin watchmakers chose a hand-wound mechanical movement for their Malte Collection chronograph: the legendary calibre 1141, a tried and tested design with an impeccable technical record, not least because of its fine, dependably efficient column-wheel construction. In the style of many an earlier model, the Malte chronograph features a 30-minute totalizer and a subdial for the running seconds positioned on the 3-to-9-o'clock axis, along with a centre chronograph seconds hand. Every watch movement by Vacheron Constantin is finished like a piece of jewellery, with calibre 114 no exception. A clear sapphire case back provides a fascinating look at its complex construction and magnificent finish. Along with "côtes de Genève" decorative ribbing and the circular graining of appropriate areas, the sides of its parts and components are "stroked" by hand with a file to create delicate parallel lines. Steel parts are chamfered by hand and their chamfer polished; flat screw heads are also meticulously polished. In keeping with solid, long-established traditions, these and many other craft techniques are regularly put to good use today still in Vacheron Constantin workshops. Traditional expertise and technical virtuosity also come together on the Malte chronograph's dial face, a true if discreet work of art in its own right. Made from a sheet of silver-finished 18K gold, its centre is painstakingly engine-turned by hand. The neat, crisp layout of its various features - hour circle with minute and second divisions, telemetric scale based on one kilometre, 30-minute totalizer and subdial for the running seconds - results in comfortable, immediate legibility. Along with two 18K gold and three-blued steel hands or pointers, the dial features six round hour markers and six Arabic numerals in 18K gold, all protected by a glare proofed sapphire crystal. In white or in pink 18K gold, the case embodies to perfection the Malte Collection's assertive personality. Its generous size and finely balanced proportions, "fan-shaped" bracelet lugs and round pushpieces, crown featuring a stylized version of the corporate "Maltese cross" symbol and pair of "swordblade" shaped hands all compose an undeniably contemporary composition, yet one that will in time come to be admired as a classic Haute Horlogerie design. The Malte chronometer comes with a fine maroon or black alligator mississipiensis strap fitted with a classic, prong-type buckle in 18K white or pink gold.

Patrimony as Vacheron Constantin's salute to Famous Explorers

Patrimony Vacheron Constantin unveiled a horological marvel confirming that its centuries of continuous activity have not in the least dulled the enterprising spirit or dimmed the creative spark of the world's oldest watch manufacturer, in uninterrupted activity ever since its inception. Wedding craftsmanship of the highest order and inventive horological techniques, this Patrimony design is dedicated to some of history's foremost explorers and voyagers, for larger-than-life figures in the exploration of our planet.

The Portuguese navigator Fernand de Magellan and the Chinese mariner Zheng He are the first two figures in the series to be saluted by Vacheron Constantin.

Time flies... Over the dial

Since the exploits of the Patrimony's eight explorers were anything but static, on "their" watches the hours are ever on the move. Travelling over land and sea, they fly over the enamelled expanses of a dial illustrating the part of the globe associated with each explorer's name and achievements.

An extraordinary sight, made possible by a no less extraordinary - and of course exclusive - mechanical development under the dial. Building on a tried and tested selfwinding movement, this horological "complication" puts in play a series of truly original devices: broad rotating hour "crown" wheel, positioning fingerpieces and pivoting hour-figure-bearing satellites driven by Maltese crosses reminiscent of Vacheron Constantin's long-established corporate symbol. Not a few watchmakers would doubtless be stunned at the sight-before applauding so remarkable an accomplishment.

This unusual Patrimony features a multicoloured full-fired decorative enamel dial composed of two parts, one overhanging the other. The upper part shows an area of our planet associated with a particular explorer's exploits. The lower one is a 132° strip forming the dial's bottom arc. It bears the minute track over which twelve hour figures travel clockwise in turn. Reminiscent of the spectacular Mystery Watches of yore, this amazing construction constitutes a truly remarkable horological "complication".

Oven-fired decorative enamelling in the grand style is anything but a pleasant, relaxing hobby. Enamellers tend to live in a world where the unexpected is the rule. In fact, few crafts make such demands on the nervous system as this exacting art. An enameller usually begins by tracing the outlines of his subject on the workpiece with a sharp metal point. Then, dot after dot, he or she applies the appropriate enamel colours in a predetermined order. After each such application, the workpiece is placed in a kiln at a temperature of 700° to 800° C (1290° to 1470° Fahrenheit) and, once it has cooled, carefully smoothed down. The operation will be repeated for each and every application of enamel, returning to the kiln a good thirty times, perhaps more, at various temperatures and for varying lengths of time depending on the colour and the quantity of enamel applied. Finally, the workpiece will be coated with transparent flux and fired one last time at about 900° (1650°F) before smoothing and final polishing. The unexpected can occur at any point in the process, possibly ruining a week's painstaking work. Enamel is extremely brittle and unpredictable, requiring prudent and gradual cooling down to room temperature to avoid potentially destructive internal tensions that can cause the workpiece to shatter. The Patrimony's two-part dial posed a further challenge inasmuch as to ensure a perfect match both parts had to be enamelled, fired and finished in tandem - doubling both risk and satisfaction. For centuries now, the finest Genevan watchmakers have prided themselves on their mastery of full-fired decorative enamelling. Today this delicate art is the province of a handful of masters, whose determination to perpetuate age-old traditional skills is nothing short of admirable. Vacheron Constantin is both grateful and proud to call on their art and talent for the execution of masterpieces such as the Patrimony and by the same token contribute to the preservation of their invaluable know-how.

Bringing to life the Patrimony's fabulous dial is the tried and tested Vacheron Constantin calibre 1126AT selfwinding movement. It drives the patented mechanism of the watch's groundbreaking "complication", designed and developed by the company's own horological engineers, that guides the hours in the explorers' tracks. The hour "crown" wheel's three arms are each fitted with a satellite carrying four hour numerals whose position is controlled by a cam shaped like a Maltese cross. The "crown" wheel rotates so as to position in turn each of the satellites bearing the appropriate hour figure at the gap between the two parts of the dial. After the Maltese cross cam has caused the satellite to insert the correct hour figure in the dial gap, the hour "crown" wheel drives it clockwise during precisely one hour over the minute figures and guide marks inscribed on the lower part of the dial. Delicately openworked, the finespun hour figures seem to glide over the dial, combining with minute track figures and guide marks to form the time of day. Arresting and unexpected, the effect has more than a touch of the poetic.

A simple 18K yellow gold bezel, 39 mm in diameter, encircles the part of the globe illustrated on the dial. Water-resistant to 30 meters (~ 100 feet), the case comes with a glare proofed, cambered sapphire crystal. A strap in alligator mississipiensis leather with 18K gold deployment buckle rounds out the Patrimony's fittings. Every single Patrimony wristwatch dedicated to famous explorers is housed in a solid wood presentation case that also holds a magnifying glass to allow its owner and his friends to admire the dial's delicate enamelwork. By definition, so challenging a work of art cannot but remain exclusive. Consequently, only two hundred forty watches dedicated to the for famous explorers will be produced, with all the painstaking skill and craftsmanship they demand, in the years ahead.

Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Collection

A large, trim, perfectly round case featuring a broad, understated dial and a proprietary hand-wound mechanical movement compose the new Patrimony Grande Taille launched by Vacheron Constantin and designed for men with an eye for exceptional design.

Vacheron Constantin PatrimonyIts patrician personality is manifest at first sight. With its slim profile and deliberately unadorned face, this new Patrimony Grande Taille embodies the classic heritage of a maker born nearly two and a half centuries ago, amply confirmed by the exceptional movement that brings it to life. Designed and crafted according to the most demanding standards of Genevan horology at its finest, the Vacheron Constantin calibre 1400 hand-wound mechanical movement can rightly claim the title of "mouvement manufacture", i.e. a proprietary design born of the experience and expertise of the company's own team of master watchmakers and made on its own premises. Since the essential phases of calibre 1400's construction all take place on the territory of the Republic and Canton of Geneva, this movement can legitimately be inscribed with the Hallmark of Geneva indication of provenance, a mark of quality attesting the exceptional excellence of its design and finish. Here for instance, all appropriately flat areas of the movement are decorated with a ribbed "Côtes de Genève" pattern, sharp angles chamfered then, along with all flat screw heads, polished by hand. To house this accomplished demonstration of Genevan mechanical genius, Vacheron Constantin stylists have designed the 18K yellow or white gold case of the Patrimony Grande Taille according to two sets of aesthetic norms rarely applied in tandem. While the stylish slimness of its profile salutes the classic tradition, its 40-millimeter diameter provides a distinct contemporary touch. Framed by the case's slim polished bezel and protected by a clear sapphire crystal, the dial face is slightly cambered at its outer edge and displays a broad pale silvery finish with subtle opalescent luster, enhanced only by discreet 18K gold hour markers and domed minute dots. A pair of baton-shaped hands, also in 18K gold, add to the watch's understated distinction, confirmed by the "Maltese cross" signature at its centre. Fitted with a matching 18K gold standard prong-type gold clasp, the Patrimony Grande Taille's classic alligator mississipiensis strap comes in black for the white gold model and in maroon for the yellow gold design.

Vacheron Constantin 1972 Collection

The 1972 Grand Modele Cambre is enduring spell. Unforgettable and unimprovable, its silhouette continues to charm the world.1972

It's familiar to practically every woman - the glance that says it all in a flash: surprise, recognition, admiration, then a fleeting touch of envy. The object of such intense attention has very likely included more than a few Vacheron Constantin 1972 wristwatches.

The design's daring, striking good looks never fail to spark intense debate and desire. Casting its irresistible spell everywhere, this free-spirited Vacheron Constantin creation is back today in a new guise, with a cambered profile that any dancer would envy. At birth, it was an aesthetic gamble-won unreservedly as soon as it appeared. Typical of the latter half of the 20th century, its trim silhouette displayed the perfect proportions and self-assured poise that earned it plaudits over and above its groundbreaking appearance, fascinating connoisseurs and collectors of exceptional designs alike. The 1972 earned a rare "Diplôme du Prestige de la France" award less than a year after its launch in the early nineteen seventies. Updated in 1999, its fascinating asymmetrical geometry continues to attract a worldwide following, fascinated by a design that's as fresh as on the day of its birth. Incorporating the combined taste and talent of Vacheron Constantin's teams of watchmakers and goldsmiths, the 1972 design features a novel, gracefully curved profile that provides even more wrist-hugging comfort while yielding nothing of its originality. Its white gold case now displays 308 brilliant-cut diamonds totalling 2.71 carats. Smartly and smoothly set into the case, they frame a choice of two dials with vertical-stroke satinated surface and gleaming dark blue or pale silvery "mirror -finish" Roman numerals. The 1972 Grand Modèle Cambré is also available in solid pink gold, with either a softly satinated, silvery finish and "mirror-finish" numerals or satinated pink with white painted numerals. A pair of short "swordblade" style hands paces the dependable regularity of the Vacheron Constantin calibre 1202 movement within. The 1972 Grand Modèle Cambré features a strap in alligator mississipiensis leather fitted with a classic buckle in 18K gold, with the white gold model's set with 25 diamonds weighing 0.09 carat.

Technical Specifications

Movement: caliber1202, quartz

Indications: hours and minutes

Thickness: 2.10 mm

Case: 18K white gold, bezel set with 2.71 carats of brilliant-cut diamonds; pink gold

Water resistance: 30 m (~ 100 feet)

Dial: satinated silvery toned or dark blue with "mirror-finished" numerals for white gold designs; satinated silvery toned with "mirror-finished" numerals or satinated pink with white painted numerals for the pink gold model

Strap: hand-stitched alligator mississipiensis leather

Buckle: classic prong-type in 18K white gold set with 25 diamonds weighing 0.09 carat, or pink gold

Vacheron Constantin Egérie

Vacheron Constantin Egérie design has been honoured by a unanimous vote of the jury of the French trademagazine “La Revue des Montres”, awarding it the jury’s Special Prize in the “Gem-set Jewellery Watch” category. The distinction goes to the diamond pavé white gold model, fitted with Vacheron Constantin’s Calibre 1400 hand-wound mechanical movement bearing the prestigious Hallmark of Geneva emblem. Vacheron Constantin Egerie

The design is a tribute to the Spirit of Womanhood, its smoothly flowing proportions and timeless design expressing exquisite formal harmony.

The Egérie collection is crafted exclusively from 18K yellow or white gold. The case features a transparent back revealing the gleaming beauty of its hand-wound mechanical movement, Vacheron Constantin calibre 1400, particularly its superb detailing and finish. Small baton hands and 18K gold applied hour figures and markers enhance a finely engine-turned dial protected by a cambered sapphire crystal. The crown bears the Maltese cross symbol that has served as the company’s corporate symbol since 1880. The case itself is water-resistant to 30 meters ( ~ 100 feet).

The exceptionally fine 20-jewel movement has a vibration rate of 28,800 v.p.h. and a power reserve of 40 hours. Calibre 1400 also bears the Hallmark of Geneva, a sign of exceptional craftsmanship and quality awarded by the Board of optional watch inspections of Geneva and reserved solely for movements made in Geneva’s leading workshops.

Along with a vast body of professional expertise and experience, turning out a movement of this quality demands a great deal of patient effort, particularly on the part of the seasoned watchmaker in charge of its construction, meticulously fitting and adjusting part after part before regulating the movement’s rate with the deliberate slowness so delicate an operation demands.

The Egérie collection furthermore includes a complete model line whose white or yellow gold cases featuring a choice of gem settings are fitted with Vacheron Constantin’s 1202 quartz movement.

The Egérie’s strap is cut from an original fabric, much like satin in appearance but far more resistant. It is available in a choice of hues: sand-beige, blue-grey, plum or jet black. In matching polished gold or gem-set for the pavé model, its prong-type buckle is itself shaped like half a Maltese cross.

Vacheron Constantin Overseas Men

Vacheron Constantin-Overseas for Men

With its understated styling in the finest stainless steel, the Overseas model for men is designed for today’s active life.

Displaying the hours, minutes and centre seconds, the watch is equipped with a calibre 1126/1 self-winding mechanical movement with date calendar positioned between 4 and 5 o’clock on the dial, providing about 40 hours of reserve power.

Fitted with an antimagnetic screen, it is lodged in a case 42 mm in diameter. A broad dial aperture facilitates fast and accurate reading of the time, made easier still by the minute track inscribed on the flange.

Available with a black or a silvered finish, it features hour markers and hands coated with a highly luminous compound for instant reading of the time even in dim light.

The Overseas model for men is of course designed to withstand pressures of 15 atmospheres (equivalent to 150 meters, or 500 feet) under water.
Official Vacheron Constantin website

Vacheron Constantin Overseas Lady

Vacheron Constantin-Overseas for Women

Ideally sized for today’s woman, this Overseas case, water-resistant to 50 meters (nearly 165 feet), measures 34 mm across. With alternating gloss-polished and satin-finished steel surfaces, its aesthetically assertive styling is available with a choice of dials.

One features alight silvered surface with date-calendar aperture at 4 o’clock and 18K gold hour markers and hands inlaid with a highly luminous compound. The other comes with a natural mother-of-pearl face bearing 12 brilliant-cut diamond hour markers (0.144 carat) swept by 18K gold hands inlaid with luminescent Superluminova® compound.

Positioned at 4 o’clock, the date calendar is read through a magnifying lens set into the dial. With its dependably sturdy construction and antimagnetic shielding, the Overseas for women can optionally enhance its personality with an array of 94 diamonds (0.53 carat) set into its bezel. Removable links allow fast and easy adjustment to every wrist size. It is secured by a three-ply clasp with twin safety-catch push- pieces.

Vacheron Constantin-Overseas Chronograph

Expressing its sleekly functional elegance in alternately gloss-polished and satin-finished steel, the Overseas chronograph case’s 42-mm diameter opens on a broad, easy-to-read dial.
Overseas Chronograph

Providing a power reserve of 40 hours, its calibre 1137 self-winding mechanical movement comprises the carefully selected and meticulously finished components that are the hallmark of all Vacheron Constantin movements. A soft-iron antimagnetic screen shields the movement from magnetic perturbations. The case’s screw-locked crown and push pieces, the latter fitted with a knurled locking nut, are designed for full protection against external hazards. Built to withstand pressures equivalent to 150 meters (nearly 500 feet) under water, the Overseas chronograph remains perfectly legible even in dim light thanks to the highly luminous compound coating the hour markers and hands of its dial, available in a choice of silvered or black finish.

Along with the hours, minutes and seconds, it features two totalizers, to 30 minutes and 12 hours respectively, along with an oversized date calendar in twin apertures at 12 o’clock on the dial.

VACHERON CONSTANTIN OVERSEAS

Its sophisticated construction and resistance to magnetic fields underscore the powerful personality of this storied design. Conceived in the spirit of age, the second-generation OVERSEAS combines discretion and self-assured good looks.

Whispering of distant horizons and faraway places, the Overseas design suggests worlds to discover and opportunities to explore, as befits a true legend in time.
Vacheron Constantin Overseas

Introduced in 1996, the Overseas design by Vacheron Constantin instantly made its mark with utter distinction, quickly winning recognition as one of the most accomplished timepieces in its class. Its crisp, stylish lines and functional efficiency compose a powerful personality that sets a unchallenged standard for timekeeping excellence.

Then, updated with a variety of discreet yet significant features, a new Overseas generation appeared. It both perpetuated its predecessor’s unique character and confirmed the design’s enduring relevance. Wedding dependable sturdiness to understated elegance, the new design fully reaffirmed the Overseas’ sporting spirit.

Impeccably functional in every respect, the Overseas design sealed an alliance between superlative watchmaking and the spirit of the age. The new generation naturally perpetuates the inspired blend of technology and aesthetics born in 1996, this time with even more smoothly flowing lines and dimensions increased by a few millimetres for all three versions –chronograph, man’s and woman’s models.Vacheron Constantin

Its construction underscores the Overseas’ coolly assertive personality. A sturdy case in the finest stainless steel expresses the design’s confirmed resilience. Its bezel, featuring a Maltese cross pattern derived from the make’s long-standing symbol, and case back are screwed tightly to the frame, compressing numerous water tightness gaskets so as to provide efficient protection against moisture and the most minute particles of foreign matter. This constructional approach provides full water resistance to 150 meters (approx. 500 feet) for the man’s and chronograph models and 50 meters (nearly 165 feet) for the woman’s. Screw locked setting crowns and chronograph push- pieces complete the watches’ external protection systems.

Inside the case, the movement benefits from equally efficient protection. Mechanical or quartz, every Overseas movement is totally shielded by a soft-iron antimagnetic screen. The latter prevents today’s innumerable magnetic fields from affecting the movement’s rate and precision.

Totally redesigned for ergonomic excellence, the Overseas bracelet provides unprecedented suppleness and comfort on the wrist. Easy to adjust, it comes with a newly designed three-ply invisible clasp with twin safety catch. The exclusive design of its links and its meticulous finish give the bracelet its arresting good looks that enhance the play of light along its entire length. Featuring an exclusive decor, Overseas dials and hands are coated with a luminescent substance for optimum legibility at all times.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Movement Chronograph: V.C. 1137 self-winding mechanical calibre entirely protected by asoft-iron antimagnetic screen.

Man’s model: V.C. 1126/1 self-winding mechanical calibre entirely protected by a soft-iron antimagnetic screen.

Woman’s model: V.C. 1207 quartz calibre entirely protected by a soft-iron antimagnetic screen.

Functions Chronograph: hours, minutes and seconds; totalizers to 30 minutes and 12 hours; oversized date calendar at 12 o’clock on the dial.

Man’s model: hours, minutes and seconds; date-calendar aperture at 4:30 on the dial.

Woman’s model: hours and minutes; date-calendar aperture at 4:30 on the dial.

Movement thickness Cal. 1137: 6,60 mm

Cal. 1126/1: 3.25 mm

Cal. 1207: 2.25 mm

Movement diameter Cal. 1137: 11 1/2’’’ Ø 26.00 mm

Cal. 1126/1: 11 1/2’’’ Ø 26.00 mm

Cal. 1207: 8 1/4’’’ Ø 18.4 mm

Frequency Cal. 1137: 21,600 v.p.h.

Cal. 1126/1: 28,800 v.p.h.

Calibre 1207: quartz

Case 316L stainless steel

Water resistance Chronograph and Man’s model: to 150 meters (approx. 500 feet)

Woman’s model: to 50 meters (nearly 165 feet)

Bracelet 316 stainless steel; half-Maltese-cross link shape

Clasp Three-ply stainless steel with twin safety-catch push- pieces.

Vacheron Constantin History

Vacheron Constantin, the world's oldest watchmaker since 1755. Vacheron Constantin

When a "cabinotier" by the name of Jean-Marc Vacheron established his own company in 1755, little did he know that his decision marked the start of centuries of craft and industrial excellence, the present document reflecting only the latest chapter in an ongoing success story. As the business developed, Jean-Marc Vacheron's heirs had the foresight to bring in a number of able partners and personalities whose character and special talents often proved invaluable. In 1819, for instance, François Constantin joined the company. Enterprising, tireless and always on the move, he crisscrossed Europe for decades, opening new markets and consolidating existing ones, acquiring new customers for the tasteful and ingenious timepieces made in the Geneva workshops of a company that now called itself Vacheron et Constantin.

In 1839, Vacheron Constantin was fortunate enough to hire Georges-Auguste Leschot, a mechanical genius whose inventiveness and practical turn of mind served the company well. He was to go down in the history of industrial development as the first to build viable, practical equipment capable of mechanically producing watch parts and components. His work soon revolutionized industry's manufacturing processes and, in short order, even the sale of watches.

Throughout the 19th century, Vacheron Constantin continued to develop its horological expertise, turning out invariably attractive designs earmarked for a growing number of increasingly distant markets. The period also enabled Vacheron Constantin to forge the principles of product integrity and quality that it has honoured to this day, in keeping with François Constantin's motto: "Do better if possible - and that's always possible". As the century unfolded, the company's production continued to grow, following two basic directions.

Vacheron Constantin

Vacheron Constantin was founded in Geneva, Switzerland in 1755 and is the oldest watch manufacturer in the world with an uninterrupted history - over 250 years. It continues to represent founders of the very spirit of technical and precious Haute Horlogerie in modern times. The men and women of Vacheron Constantin design, develop, and produce an array of timepieces that remain unwaveringly faithful to the three brand fundamentals: fully mastered technique, harmonious and inspired aesthetics, and exquisite finishing.

Brietling Reference Number

Brietling reference number consists of six characters. A letter, followed by 5 numbers. The first letter indicates for material of the case.

A - all stainless steel
B - stainless steel, 18K gold rider tabs, crown, and pushers
C - stainless steel, 18K rose gold bezel
D - stainless steel, 18K yellow gold bezel
E - all titanium
F - titanium and gold
H - rose gold
J - white gold
K - yellow gold
L - platinum
M - black steel

The next two numbers indicate the caliber of the watch.
The third number is either a 0 or a 3 depending on whether the watch is COSC certified or not. A number 3 indicates that the watch is a certified Chronometre.

The last two number indicate the model number of the watch.

Breitling Old Navitimer Mecanique Patrouille de France

Limited Edition of 1000 peices with manual wind Lemania movement.

Specifications
Model: Old Navitimer Mecanique Patrouille de France
Production Years: 1990's
Movement: Breitling 11
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 30m
Bezel: Bidirectional
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: N/A
Diameter: 41.5mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Mecanique Bracelet
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Manual
Reference Numbers: a11021
Complications

Chronograph, Manual Wind

Breitling Navitimer Quatre

This watches only sold in Japan
Specifications
Model: Navitimer Quatre
Production Years: 2004
Movement: Breitling 33
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 30m
Bezel: Bidirectional
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 38mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Navitimer
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference Numbers: k33340
Complications

Chronograph, Small Calendar

Breitling Navitimer Exemplaires

Only 400 watches produced.
Specifications
Model: Navitimer Exemplaires
Production Years: 2000's
Movement: Breitling 23
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 30m
Bezel: Bidirectional
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41.5mm
Thickness: 14.2mm
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Navitimer
Lug Width: 22mm
Watchwinder Direction: Clockwise
Reference Numbers: a23330
Complications

Chronograph

Breitling Navitimer 1461 (52 Week)

Limited edition of 1000 peices with a 4-year perpetual calendar with 52 week indicator.
Specifications
Model: Navitimer 1461 (52 Week)
Production Years: ~1997
Movement: Breitling 38
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 30m
Bezel: Bidirectional
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41.5mm
Thickness: 15.1mm
Weight: 87.3g
Bracelet: Navitimer
Lug Width: 22mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference Numbers: a38022
Complications

Chronograph, Perpetual Calendar, 52-Week

Breitling Crosswind Special Sport

Breitling Crosswind Special LE Sport was a limited run of 250 peices, with 2 subdials, and red second and subdial totalizer hands. Case is all brushed stainless steel.
Specifications
Model: Crosswind Special Sport
Production Years: 2004
Movement: Breitling 44
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 43.7mm
Thickness: 15.3mm
Weight: 126.8g
Bracelet: Pilot
Lug Width: 22mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference Numbers: a44355
Complications

Big Date, Chronograph

Breitling Old Navitimer Mechanique

Specifications
Model: Old Navitimer Mechanique
Production Years: 1995
Movement: Breitling 11
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 30m
Bezel: Bidirectional
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: N/A
Diameter: 41.5mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Mecanique Bracelet
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Manual
Reference Numbers: a11022
Complications

Chronograph, Manual Wind

Breitling Navitimer Heritage Left Crown

Description

Breitling only produced 250 watches for this model.
So you are very lucky if have it.
Specifications
Model: Navitimer Heritage Left Crown
Production Years: 2000's
Movement: Breitling 35LC
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 30m
Bezel: Bidrectional
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 43mm
Thickness: 15.4mm
Weight: 173.6g
Bracelet: Integrated Navitimer
Lug Width: N/A
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference Numbers: a35360
Complications
Flyback Chronograph, Left Crown

Breitling Navitimer 1461C

Description

This watch is essentially a Montbrillant Olympus movement inside a Navitimer Case.
Only 300 units that sold in Japan so this watches is very rare.
Specifications
Model: Navitimer 1461C
Production Years: 2000 - Japan
Movement: Breitling 19
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 30m
Bezel: Bidirectional
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 41.5mm
Thickness: 14mm
Weight: 160g
Bracelet: Navitimer
Lug Width: 22mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference Numbers: a19322, A195B50NP
Complications
4-Year Calendar, Chronograph, Moon Phase

Breitling Navitimer 02

Description

Only 100 peices in the world, in white gold and 100 in steel. This model is the same size as the Montbrillant but was named the Navitimer 02.
Specifications
Model: Navitimer 02
Production Years: 2002
Movement: Breitling 47
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 30m
Bezel: Bidirectional
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: N/A
Diameter: 38mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Navitimer
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference Numbers: j47330, a47330
Complications
2-Dial Chronograph, No Date

Breitling Antares Automatic LE

Model: Antares Automatic LE
Production Years: 90's
Movement: Breitling 10
Power Reserve: 42 hours
Water Resistance: 200m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Pushdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 39mm
Thickness: 9mm
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Crocodile Strap
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference Numbers: b14948

Breitling Aeromarine SuperOcean Steelfish (Current)

Description

This is almost identical to the 2006 model SuperOcean Steelfish X-Plus. The X-Plus was a transitional name used when the watch was changed from a 42mm to 44mm case in 2005, and now has been renamed back to just SuperOcean Steelfish.

Some time in 2007 also saw the introduction of a Arrow shaped second hand as opposed to the square dot style in previous years.

Specifications
Model: SuperOcean Steelfish (Current)
Production Years: 2007-Current
Movement: Breitling 17
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 2000m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screw-Locked
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 44mm
Thickness: 16.1mm
Weight: 122.5g
Bracelet: Professional
Lug Width: 22mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference Numbers: a17390

Breitling Aeromarine SuperOcean Steelfish X-Plus

Description

The SuperOcean Steelfish X-Plus has been renamed the SuperOcean Steelfish in 2007 after the discontinuation of the original 42mm SuperOcean Steelfish. The X-Plus name was used for only one model year, 2006.

Specifications
Model: SuperOcean Steelfish X-Plus
Production Years: 2006
Movement: Breitling 17
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 2000m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screw-Locked
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 44mm
Thickness: 16.1mm
Weight: 122.5g
Bracelet: Professional
Lug Width: 22mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference Numbers: a17390

Breitling Aeromarine SuperOcean Steelfish (42mm)

Description

This model was only produced for one year, 2005. It was introduced as an alternative model of the SuperOcean, and evoled into the SuperOcean Steelfish X-Plus though the X-Plus has been dropped from the current model. The X-Plus has been left to distinguish the two watches. This one is a 42mm sized model that is almost identical to the SuperOcean, while the X-Plus is larger and goes deeper.

Specifications
Model: SuperOcean Steelfish (42mm)
Production Years: 2005
Movement: Breitling 17
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 1500m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screw-Locked
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 42mm
Thickness: 15mm
Weight: 100.6g
Bracelet: Professional
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference Numbers: a17360

Breitling Aeromarine SuperOcean Professional

Description

Earlier pre-1999 models had a mineral crystal rather than sapphire crystal.
Specifications
Model: SuperOcean Professional
Production Years: 1999-2002
Movement: Breitling 17
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 1500m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screw-Locked
Crystal: Mineral/Sapphire
Diameter: 41.5mm
Thickness: 15mm
Weight: 92.5g
Bracelet: Professional
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference Numbers: a17045, a17345

Breitling Aeromarine SuperOcean Heritage Chrono

Specifications
Model: SuperOcean Heritage Chrono
Production Years: 2008-Current
Movement: Breitling 13
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 200m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 46mm
Thickness: N/A
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Ocean Racer
Lug Width: 24mm
Watchwinder Direction: Clockwise
Reference Numbers: a13320


Complications

Chronograph, Date

Breitling Aeromarine SuperOcean Heritage 46

Description

The Superocean Heritage is available with a choice of two new bands. The Ocean Classic woven steel mesh bracelet reflects the aesthetics of the initial version that gave the watch its unusual visual appeal. Elegant, supple and comfortable, it is equipped with a folding clasp ensuring easy handling. Breitling has also equipped it with a new screw system enabling the wearer to shorten and lengthen it as required. With its circular perforations reminiscent of 1960s racing straps, the Ocean Racer rubber strap gives the watch an especially sporting touch.

It comes in three colors matching those of the dial and bezel: black, blue and bronze. Breitling has equipped it with a brand-new folding clasp, superbly engineered with lateral pushbuttons to ensure maximum comfort and security. Supple and soft to the touch, the Ocean Racer strap also features an exclusive comfort enhancing extension system enabling one to loosen it a few millimeters, particularly in very hot weather.

Specifications
Model: SuperOcean Heritage 46
Production Years: 2007-Current
Movement: Breitling 17
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 200m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 46mm
Thickness: 13.6mm
Weight: 109.2g
Bracelet: Ocean Racer
Lug Width: 24mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference Numbers: a17320

Breitling Aeromarine SuperOcean Heritage 38

Description

This is the smaller Heritage, and is the smallest men's watch in the Breitling line. It also is the only watch to have nothing but a small seconds complication in the Breitling line, using the all-new Breitling Caliber 37 movement.

The Superocean Heritage is available with a choice of two new bands. The Ocean Classic woven steel mesh bracelet reflects the aesthetics of the initial version that gave the watch its unusual visual appeal. Elegant, supple and comfortable, it is equipped with a folding clasp ensuring easy handling. Breitling has also equipped it with a new screw system enabling the wearer to shorten and lengthen it as required. With its circular perforations reminiscent of 1960s racing straps, the Ocean Racer rubber strap gives the watch an especially sporting touch.

It comes in three colors matching those of the dial and bezel: black, blue and bronze. Breitling has equipped it with a brand-new folding clasp, superbly engineered with lateral pushbuttons to ensure maximum comfort and security. Supple and soft to the touch, the Ocean Racer strap also features an exclusive comfort enhancing extension system enabling one to loosen it a few millimeters, particularly in very hot weather.

SpecificationsModel: SuperOcean Heritage 38
Production Years: 2007-Current
Movement: Breitling 37
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 200m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screwdown
Crystal: Sapphire
Diameter: 38mm
Thickness: 12.1mm
Weight: 68g
Bracelet: Ocean Classic
Lug Width: 20mm
Watchwinder Direction: Both
Reference Numbers: a37320


Complications
Small Seconds